Basketball

Air Warriors Retains Abuja City Basketball League Title

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5 years ago

November 23, 2020

Defending champions, Air Warriors continued their impressive performance without losing any game to emerged winners in both male and female category of the 2020 Abuja City Basketball League.

In the male category, Air Warriors defeated last year finalist Gboko City Chiefs 48- 47 in a keenly contested game decided at the Basketball Court Old Parade Ground in Abuja on Sunday evening to lift the league title back to back as Hot Coal basketball team picked the bronze medal.

The 2019 Nigeria Zenith Bank Basketball League reigning champions, Air Warriors thrashed Gboko City Spark 48-23 to retain their league title in grand style while TNT Beauties finished third in the female category.

The Air Warrior stars Godwin David and Murjanatu Musa were also voted as the Most Valuable Players (MVP) in the male and female category respectively at the 8th edition of the Abuja basketball league.

Speaking on behalf of the club, the Chairman/CEO Air Warriors, Abduldumajeed Solademi commended the organizers and the players adding that the victories will spur the team to put up an impressive performance at the start of the 2020/2021 basketball league season.

“I want to commend the organizers of the league for organizing a well-contested league this season,” he said.

“Our players also have sent the right signal to other teams ahead of the beginning of the national league, and I can assure Nigerians that we will do our best to ensure we retain the national league title and also win the men’s league title”.

“We have the talents that can deliver at any level if call upon, we just want corporate organizations and individuals to support the team through sponsorship”

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Nigeria @ 65: Igoche Mark Pays Homage to Nigerian Athletes for Contributions

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4 days ago

October 1, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence anniversary on Wednesday October 1, Basketball Promoter and Initiator of Mark D’ Ball Basketball Championship, Mr. Igoche Mark, has commended the country’s athletes for their outstanding contributions.

In a heartfelt message, Mr. Mark praised active and retired athletes for consistently putting Nigeria on the global map through their dedication, hard work, and achievements. “Your dedication, hard work, and achievements have not only brought us pride but have also inspired a generation of Nigerians,” he stated.

The Sports Administrator urged the National Sports Commission to establish a platform to celebrate these athletes and recognize their invaluable contributions to Nigerian sports. He emphasized the need to honour their legacy and provide a framework for their continued involvement in sports after retirement.

To support athletes in transition, Mr. Mark recommended that “retirement plans be implemented to ensure a seamless transition into life after sports. This would enable athletes to plan for their future and maximize their post-athletic careers.”

Furthermore, he proposed a welfare package for retired athletes, including access to healthcare, education, and economic empowerment programs. “By doing so, we can show our appreciation for their service and ensure that they are taken care of,” Mr. Mark added.

As Nigeria celebrates its 65th Independence anniversary on October 1, with the theme “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck for a Greater Nation,” Mr. Mark’s sentiments echo the sentiments of many Nigerians who believe in the importance of recognizing and supporting the country’s athletes.

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